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Grace Weaver on Dirk Bouts' 'Madonna and Child': A Painter's Encounter opinion-review
In a personal reflection for Monopol, American painter Grace Weaver shares her admiration for Dirk Bouts' 1456 painting 'Madonna and Child' (Maria met Kind), housed in the…
How to Eat Rabbit Review: Dystopian Dramedy at La Mama Courthouse opinion-review
"How to Eat Rabbit," a dark comedy focused on survival, is currently showing at La Mama Courthouse in Melbourne. This performance is part of the Hope Punk Climate Festival, which…
Clément Chéroux on 9/11: 'The most photographed event paradoxically produced only a handful of images' opinion-review
In an interview with Le Monde, Clément Chéroux, a historian specializing in photography, discusses the visual impact of the September 11 attacks, marking twenty-five years since…
Roger de Weck Calls on Conservatives to Defend Democracy, Avoid AfD Alliance opinion-review
In a recent essay, Roger de Weck argues that conservatives must defend democracy and should not align with the Alternative for Germany (AfD). He draws on historical examples,…
NZZ: Why We Talk Less and the Rise of the A-Social Society opinion-review
A recent article in the Neue Zürcher Zeitung explores the increasing preference for solitude among individuals, particularly within Generation Z. Titled "What lies behind…
Why Artists Stay Invisible: New Rules of the Art Game opinion-review
An opinion piece on Arteref argues that emerging artists following traditional career advice—producing in isolation, maintaining social media presence, and submitting portfolios…
Argentina's Falklands Claim: A Hong Kong-Style Handover Proposal opinion-review
A recent editorial in the South China Morning Post proposes that Britain might contemplate a transfer of the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to Argentina, drawing on historical,…
Venezia-Mestre: A Clash of Civilizations in Scenes opinion-review
In a personal essay published on doppiozero.com, Italian writer Gianfranco Bettin reflects on a proposed strike by a Muslim leader of Venice's Bengali community, advocating for…
Bourdain's 'Different Times' Excuse Criticized in Monocle Opinion Piece opinion-review
In a Monocle opinion piece, Copenhagen correspondent Michael Booth critiques the use of "different times" as an excuse for past bad behavior, specifically referencing the…
Suely Rolnik's 'Spheres of Insurrection' Read Through Material Conditions of Art Practice opinion-review
On September 8, 2026, Artishock Revista published an essay that delves into Suely Rolnik's 2019 work 'Esferas de la insurrección. Apuntes para descolonizar el inconsciente' from…
Korean Hanji Paper's Colonial Erasure: A Craft Fellow's Critique opinion-review
In a personal essay for Hyperallergic, Korean-American papermaker Robert Choe-Henderson examines how the term 'kozo' has become a universal shorthand for East Asian papermaking,…
Shane Balkowitsch's Wet Plate Artwork Challenges A.I. Chatbots opinion-review
In an opinion piece for PetaPixel, wet plate collodion photographer Shane Balkowitsch expresses his concerns regarding the influence of A.I. chatbots on society. He highlights…
Culture OC Marks Three Years with Call for a Healthier Arts Ecosystem opinion-review
As Culture OC, an independent nonprofit newsroom covering Orange County's arts, enters its fourth year, managing editor Heide Janssen reflects on what constitutes a healthy arts…
Germany's Firewall Fails: A Call for CDU-AfD Coalition opinion-review
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) has triumphed in Saxony-Anhalt's state elections, securing nearly 44% of the vote and positioning itself as the largest party, thus…
Neoliberalism's Toll on Western Democracies and Proposals for Reform opinion-review
An essay by an engineer and finance academic argues that neoliberal policies introduced by Ronald Reagan and Margaret Thatcher in the 1980s have corroded Western democracies,…
Hartmut Rosa on AfD Success: A Sociological Perspective opinion-review
In an interview with the Süddeutsche Zeitung, sociologist Hartmut Rosa discusses the electoral success of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) in the context of the 2021…
Garland Fielder's Memoir of Art School in 1990s San Francisco opinion-review
In a personal essay for Glasstire, artist Garland Fielder recounts his formative years at an unnamed art school in San Francisco during the 1990s. Fielder describes the city's…
Polyester's Bad Reputation Questioned by Experts Amid Natural Fiber Trend opinion-review
Experts are disputing the negative perception of polyester, which accounted for almost 60% of the world's fiber production in 2024. Although often associated with lower-quality…
Sachsen-Anhalt Wahlabend: Kleidung als politisches Signal opinion-review
Nach der Landtagswahl in Sachsen-Anhalt rückt die Kleidung der Politikerinnen und Politiker am Wahlabend in den Fokus. Laut einem Artikel der Süddeutschen Zeitung wird selbst die…
Review: 'Hirten' Film Explores Shepherd Dream with Skepticism opinion-review
The film 'Hirten' (Shepherds) follows a Canadian advertising copywriter who, after suffering a burnout, decides to become a shepherd in Provence. The review, published in the…
US-China Science Policy: Smart Openness Needed opinion-review
A commentary in the South China Morning Post suggests that the United States should pursue a science and technology policy regarding China that balances openness with security…
Sachsen-Anhalt: AfD-Sieg und die Arroganz der Demokratieverteidiger opinion-review
Die Landtagswahl in Sachsen-Anhalt hat international große Aufmerksamkeit erregt und wird als Zeichen der Krise und Instabilität Deutschlands interpretiert. Der Autor Ingar Solty…
Post-2008 Architecture Embraces 'Naivety' as a Stance Against Parametricism opinion-review
In a piece for ArchDaily, Diogo Borges Ferreira explores how small architectural firms established after the 2008 financial downturn have embraced 'naivety' as their public image,…
NZZ Podium: Social Media Regulation Debate in Switzerland opinion-review
At an NZZ Podium event, participants discussed the regulation of social media for minors, following Australia's ban on social networks for those under 15. The panelists expressed…
SaintPixel's AI Art: A Critical Practice of Trained Vision opinion-review
On September 8, 2026, Wiktor V/R, the founder of creAtIva | AI Art Book, published a review titled 'Trained to See' that evaluates the creations of AI artist SaintPixel in Vol/9.…
Hong Kong's Aviation Success Redefined: Connectivity Over Routes opinion-review
An opinion piece in the South China Morning Post argues that Hong Kong's aviation success should no longer be measured by the number of routes its local airlines operate, but by…
Monocle Editor Robert Bound's Carry-On Wishlist: From Regional Delicacies to a Parrot opinion-review
In a humorous opinion piece for Monocle, contributing editor Robert Bound laments the restrictions of airport security and imagines what he should be allowed to take in his…
Pauline Kael's Whole Self: A Hedgehog Review Essay opinion-review
In a recent essay published by the Hedgehog Review, the author reflects on the enduring significance of film critic Pauline Kael. The piece argues that Kael's criticism is…
Apple and Google Rename Lake Ontario 'Lake America' Following Trump Order opinion-review
In response to an executive order from President Donald Trump, Apple Maps and Google have renamed Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' for US users. The change follows strained trade…
How Canadian Gallery Openings Shape Critical First Impressions opinion-review
An article featured in FAD Magazine on September 7, 2026, explores the influence of gallery openings in Canada on how exhibitions are received prior to critical reviews. It points…
Personal Connection: The Overlooked Key to Selling Art opinion-review
In an era dominated by algorithms and social media, a veteran art advisor argues that personal connection remains the most effective driver of art sales. Drawing on nearly three…
Lost 2002 Ground Zero Visions Resurface for 9/11 Anniversary opinion-review
In a recent essay for The New York Times, architecture critic Paul Goldberger revisits the question of what Ground Zero should have been, prompting a reflection on a 2002 design…
Debate: AfD Voters Are Responsible for Their Choice opinion-review
A debate in the Süddeutsche Zeitung's culture section questions whether the reasons behind voting for the AfD matter. The argument posits that from a democratic perspective, facts…
Online Juried Exhibitions Outperform Physical Shows in Key Areas opinion-review
An analysis has recently highlighted that online juried exhibitions, often regarded as less prestigious than their physical counterparts, actually outperform them in certain…
AI Titans' Circular Deals Echo 1980s Savings-and-Loan Crisis opinion-review
An opinion article in the South China Morning Post raises concerns about the long-term viability of the AI sector's swift expansion, likening the current 'circular deals' among…
AfD's Historic Win in Saxony-Anhalt: Author Jakob Springfeld's Live Reaction opinion-review
In the recent Saxony-Anhalt state election, the far-right AfD party achieved a historic result, with 65% of voters in 'poor financial situations' casting their ballots for the…
Ground Zero at 25: Redevelopment Success, Yet Void Remains opinion-review
Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan is hailed as a major urban redevelopment achievement, yet it still lacks the…
Volkswagen's Design Crisis, Steidl Verlag's Troubles, and Kusama's Brand Debate in Media Review opinion-review
A review from German media tackles significant topics in the realms of art and culture. Niklas Maak, writing for the FAZ, expresses concern over Volkswagen's transition from…
Sandra Laugier et des chercheurs appellent à considérer les effets de l'IA sur la circulation des œuvres opinion-review
Le 7 septembre, lors du Sommet Lumière, une tribune a été publiée dans Le Monde par des chercheurs, dont Sandra Laugier, afin de mettre en garde contre les impacts de…
Bertrand Russell's 1952 Critique of Marx: Philosophy of Hatred Led to Communist Disaster opinion-review
In a 1952 television interview, philosopher Bertrand Russell argued that Karl Marx's philosophy, driven by hatred rather than kindness, inevitably led to the disasters of…

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